Our town is blessed with five miles of Connecticut coastline, including five picturesque beaches. There are a variety of exciting and family-friendly activities available, watersports right on the beach, wide-open stretches and elegant ocean-view event spaces. Fairfield is an alluring opportunity for anyone looking to spend time in the sand.
Entrance to all 5 Fairfield Beaches is free and open to the public but Memorial Day Saturday to Labor Day, a beach sticker is required to park. In season, Jennings and Penfield Beaches may be accessed with a sticker or by paying a daily fee at the gate. Access to Southport, Sasco and South Pine Creek Beaches is for residents only during this time, who must purchase a seasonal beach sticker.
EXPLORE OUR BEACHES
Frequently Asked Questions
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For a more peaceful escape, South Pine Creek and Sasco Beaches are local favorites, offering serene settings, gentle waves, and fewer crowds - perfect for a calming day by the water. Explore our beach listings to discover the ideal spot for your day by the shore.
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Summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day) is the prime season with amenities, lifeguards, and events are in peak season. Early fall and spring offer peaceful, scenic visits with fewer crowds and dog-friendly access, especially at off-leash beaches like Jennings Beach.
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Summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day) is the prime season with amenities, lifeguards, and events are in peak season. Early fall and spring offer peaceful, scenic visits with fewer crowds and dog-friendly access, especially at off-leash beaches like Jennings Beach.
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Only to park. Entrance to all 5 Fairfield Beaches is free and open to the public except from Memorial Day Saturday to Labor Day a beach sticker is required to park. Jennings and Penfield Beaches may be accessed with a sticker or by paying a daily parking fee at the gate. Access to Southport, Sasco, and South Pine Creek Beaches is for residents who have purchased a beach sticker. Daily parking fees for Penfield and Jennings beaches:
$40.00 - Weekdays
$50.00 - Weekends & Holidays (for the July 4th Fireworks).
Check out our beach listing to find the right spot for you!